Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "pre-diabetes" -- blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Learn how to manage your blood glucose to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes from developing.

This page answers common questions about diabetes, a disease in which blood glucose levels are above normal. Information includes symptoms and types of diabetes, plus treatment and cure for the disease.

This document dispels some common myths about diabetes, including people with diabetes can't eat sweets or chocolate, eating too much sugar causes diabetes, people with diabetes are more likely to get colds and other illnesses, and more.

If you have a mother, father, brother, or sister with type 2 diabetes, you are at risk for developing the disease. Talking about your family health history is the first step to preventing type 2 diabetes.

Find an AACE member endocrinologist in your area who treats diseases relating to the endocrine system, such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, obesity, and conditions related to the reproductive system.

It is important that you take care of yourself and prevent or delay some of the serious problems diabetes can cause. Here are four key steps to help you control your diabetes and live a long, active life.

This site will give you successful strategies for living with diabetes. It provides in-depth information on healthcare approaches that can improve your health, complement your regular medical care, expand your options, and enhance your quality of life.

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Too much glucose (sugar) in the blood for a long time can cause diabetes problems. This high blood sugar can damage many parts of the body, such as the heart, blood vessels, eyes, and kidneys. Find out what you can do to prevent or slow down diabetes-related problems.

Welcome to Your Disease Risk, the source on prevention. Here, you can find out your risk of developing five of the most important diseases in the United States and get personalized tips for preventing them.

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